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Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay

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Interior
Property grounds
Aerial view
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay

Ponto de vista – Coimbra is a unique house on the portuguese St.James way (Caminho português de Santiago), in the city of Coimbra, UNESCO World Heritage City.
At less than a mile of the city center and at circa 2 miles of the university, just across the river Mondego, it delivers all the amenities that a traveler seeks.
For children, the "Portugal dos Pequenitos"theme park is jst at the end of the street.
This house, fully independent inside the city as a panoramic garden of more than 300 sq ft available fully to our guests, even for a barbecue.
With supposedly more than 400 years, the house has all the modern amenities (central heating, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, stove, oven, fridge, coffee machine, boiler, washing machine, dishwasher, etc) but still maintains its century old charm and coziness in this unique emplacement.
The interior is divided in 2 floors. On the ground floor guests have an open space with a living area, a dining area, the kitchen and a toilet for commodity .
On the second floor the guests have 3 bedrooms (2 with double beds and one with two single beds that can be putted together.
Further they have a walking closet for laying luggage and cloths during the stay and the main bathroom.

OThe exterior garden, with different trees and among them a centenary Olive tree that provides a pleasant shade in the hot summer afternoons and a couple of delicious olives (few unfortunately).
The large lawn allows sunbathing for everybody or cozy siesta under the shade of the trees.
Tables and chairs placed a bit all over, invite the reading of a book or the gastronomic tasting of any cuisine, elaborated either in the barbecue or in the kitchen.
Just over the property wall, our guests can park till 3 vehicles without any difficulty almost every day in the year.
We are glad to help you planning a full range of activities, since walking tours, tuk-tuk tours, visits to museums or other close by interest areas, fitness classes with personal trainers, etc
As a conclusion: You will foind the perfect place to stay to explore Coimbra and its vicinity, profiting from the garden to have a delicious pause between visits and delightinh you eyes with the unique view.


Ponto de vista – Coimbra é uma casa única, localizada em pleno caminho de Santiago, na cidade de Coimbra, património cultural da UNESCO.
Está localizada a cerca de 1 km do centro da cidade de Coimbra e a cerca de 2km da Universidade de Coimbra, oferecendo tudo aquilo que um viajante possa necessitar. Outro ponto de interesse, o parque infantil “Portugal dos pequenitos” encontra-se a menos de 150m, sendo acessível a pé.
Esta casa, com um jardim panorâmico de mais de 300m2 não deixa de estar em plena cidade, apesar da dimensão do seu jardim.
Com presumivelmente mais de 400 anos de idade a casa, com todas as comodidades modernas (aquecimento central, cozinha completamente equipada com microndas, fogão, frigorifico e máquina de lavar louça, máquina de lavar roupa,etc) mantêm no entanto o seu charme centenário e localização única.
O espaço interior está dividido em 2 pisos, sendo que no primeiro (R/C) se encontra a sala de estar, a sala de jantar e a cozinha em openspace. Existe ainda neste piso uma casa de banho para melhor comodidade dos hóspedes No segundo piso, os hóspedes têm à sua disposição três quartos, sendo dois equipados com camas de casal e um com duas camas single, com hipótese de serem montadas juntas. Ainda à sua disposição tem um walking closet com armários para poderem colocar a sua bagagem durante a estadia.
O exterior único desta propriedade, consiste de um jardim com cerca de 300 m2, com arvores diversas de entre as quais destacamos uma oliveira centenária que proporciona um agradável sombra nos meses quentes do estio, para além de algumas ( infelizmente poucas) azeitonas com um gosto extraordinário.
Os relvados amplos permitem banhos de sol ou recatadas sestas sob a sombra das arvores.
Mesas e cadeiras colocadas em diversos pontos permitem a toma de refeições ou a leitura de algo em diversos pontos do jardim, quer ao sol, quer à sombra.
Um barbecue está também disponível para os nossos hóspedes, permitindo aproveitar completamente da vista e do jardim.
Junto do muro da propriedade é possível estacionar até três viaturas na generalidade dos dias do ano.
Os anfitriões estão disponíveis para ajudar a planear um leque alargado de atividades, como passeios a Pé, de tuk-tuk, visitas a museus, deslocações a outros pontos de interesse na vizinhança de Coimbra, aulas de fitness com ou sem personal trainer, etc
Em conclusão este é o perfeito local para explora a Cidade de Coimbra e os arredores, aproveitando o jardim para uma pausa merecida entre visitas e deliciando os olhos com a vista única da cidade.

Property manager

Pedro Lemos

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Except in the Garden

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Young children under adult supervision

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 62380/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private vacation home Ponto de Vista Coimbra, a Unique Stay
Ponto de Vista Coimbra, a Unique Stay Coimbra
Ponto de Vista Coimbra a Unique Stay
Ponto Vista Coimbra Unique Stay House
Ponto Vista Unique Stay House
Ponto Vista Coimbra Unique Stay
Ponto Vista Unique Stay

About the neighborhood

Map
Coimbra, Coimbra

What's nearby

  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 3 min walk
  • Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha - 6 min walk
  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra - 17 min walk
  • Biblioteca Joanina - 17 min walk
  • Coimbra University - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪O Açude - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dona Taska - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Alfredo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vasco da Gama - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Padaria Pastelaria Santa Clara - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Nova, Convento de São Francisco, and Convento de Santa Clara-a-Nova. Portugal dos Pequenitos and Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha are also within 10 minutes. Coimbra Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A remarkable place to stay
In many respects, I feel privileged to have been able to stay in this house. Our host, Pedro, was superbly welcoming, helpful, and accommodating. Thank you Pedro!! The house dates from before 1640 (according to an old map). It is on an ancient Roman road, which is part of a pilgrimage camino. The house oozes with character. But it is also quirky, and not always user-friendly, especially to an older, mobility-challenged person. The steps to enter the house are steep and awkward. The large, deep bathtub is a challenge to enter and leave. The spiral staircase is challenging. One of our group found that the flat was cold. Yes, there is a heating system, but it involved building a fire, which seemed too prone to disaster. A more modern accommodation would probably have been more comfortable, but staying in this historic house gave us a rare peek into a corner of Portuguese history, and the opportunity to meet its charming owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Coimbra
Host was very welcoming, communicative, and generous in his recommendations to places and restaurants. The place was exactly as described, clean and comfortable, the rooftop garden is a lovely lookout onto the city across the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and charming
Pedro is a fantastic host who is full of information about Coimbra and the rest of Portugal. The home is very comfortable and right across the river from old town Coimbra. Lovely outdoor space with a spectacular view. There is a nearby bus that takes you to the university for only 2 euros. Excellent restaurants within a very short distance. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
I could live here!
A cozy and wonderful property. Our favourite spot of our 3 week vacation. The restored home had lots of interesting features and we loved bbq-ing in the yard and view over the river. Pedro was so enthusiastic about both his home and the surrounding area. He gave us great suggestions of places we never would have seen otherwise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two days in Coimbra
Our family had a great time in Coimbra and a great stay at this house. Pedro was an outstanding host who was very proactive and attentive. He met us at the property with a bottle of wine and some bread and cheese, before giving us the full run down of how things worked. The location was good for accessing the town itself, and the two, full-size grocery stores in close proximity made shopping easy. The kitchen was well-appointed and you could easily prepare full meals. The top floor of house where the bedrooms were located was cold at night, but we did visit in December. The downstairs was cozy with the help of fire which heated the radiators and a wall-mounted unit. (Pedro was more than kind to bring more wood for the fire when needed.)If returning to Coimbra, I would certainly look to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Don E.

Liked: Cleanliness
It rained and rained some more
This 16th century house is best described as ‘funky’…in a good way. There are some different aspects to staying here…the stairs to the upper floor, the difficult locks…but really, it is a very liveable spot. We walked into town every day…up to the university and Castro Museum ( both were excellent). We did have trouble finding the house and clearer GPS directions would help.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margot W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coimbra stay
We had a lovely stay at Pedro’s home. He was great with the check in process and made sure we were well taken care of. He was very easy to keep in touch with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B., Gallup

Liked: Cleanliness
outstanding property
This is a fabulous old house with a great view of Coimbra and within easy walking distance of the old city. It's safe and has a wonderful yard and lots of interesting features. Pedro, the owner, is super helpful and gave me tons of great tips and recommendations. Plenty of space to spread out and about the best location you could have. I highly recommend it. Coimbra is also a super interesting city and there are many other great places within a hour or so. Thanks Pedro!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coimbra
This property was better than expected. This home is beautiful. The location was perfect for exploring Coimbro. We spent our mornings drinking coffee and our evenings drinking wine in the backyard overlooking downtown Coimbro - a fantastic view. Pedro was the perfect host. He was very responsive and provided us with great restaurant suggestions and sites to see. I hope we can come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy P., San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique home, perfect location!
Pedro is the most welcoming, lovely host we encountered on our Portugal road trip. We spent 2 nights on our journey in his unique, interesting home. Pedro and his home were equal delights! He gave us so many local tips, maps, and suggestions. We would not have seen some of these places without a local’s touch. The home is fully equipped and spacious for a family. The two of us and our two teenagers were very comfortable. The home is within walking distance to many things. The home and host are rare treasures! Thank you Pedro!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

delores p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ponto de vista – Coimbra, a unique stay
On the side of the river opposite the University. It has the most beautiful views of the city and University buildings. There is an easy walk across the bridge to the centre of activity and all the local tourist sites. We could not have dreamed of better location. Our host Pedro was very welcoming and helpful in guiding us to the best sites. We could not have enjoyed our visit more and certainly would recommend this lovely house to everyone. The accommodation matches the VRBO pictures very well. Thank you Pedro.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M., Queen Charlotte, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place in Coimbra
Pedro is a star, met us at check in and showed us this absolute gem of a property. Very unique with incredible views across the river of the central city and university. Excellent travel advice and responsive. The house is fantastic, quirky and cute. Location can’t be beat. Restorative stop in the Camino.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sublime
Pedro and his delightful wife created the very most beautiful experience for us. The home is lovely, as is their hospitality. I could not recommend this more highly.

10/10 Excellent

Anna M., Austin TX

Very unique house with all the amenities you expect and more
When looking online for a nice place to stay in Coimbra, we were not sure what to expect. And we found a perfect, unique and very pleasant house. What a nice house sitting on a hill. The house itself was like a real home with modern facilities. Pedro and his lovely wife met us and showed us around. We really enjoyed the stay and may have stayed longer if we could. The bathroom upstairs where the bedrooms were is huge. Pedro is also very knowledgeable with Coimbra and also Portugal’s history. We really wanted to have a traditional meal and Pedro recommended a place that was just wonderful. Back to the house, the downstairs are where the living areas are and upstairs the bedrooms and such. We recommend this house to stay at and if we go to Coimbra next, this is where we will stay. Thank you Pedro for being a perfect host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöne Wohnung mit Blick auf die Altstadt
Der Kontakt mit Pedro war sehr freundlich und angenehm. Er hat uns persönlich begrüßt und viele Informationen zum Haus, zur Stadt und zu Restaurantes gegeben. Die Wohnung (eigentlich ist es ein ganzes Haus) ist modern eingerichtet und verfügt über alles, was man für einen schönen Aufenthalt braucht. Der Garten ist sehr schön, das Highlight ist der Blick auf Coimbra. Die Betten waren gemütlich und die Bäder sauber. Parken konnten wir direkt vor dem Haus. Die Altstadt auf der anderen Flusseite ist fußläufig erreichbar. Wir würden bei einem erneuten Aufenthalt wieder bei Pedro mieten und empfehlen gerne allen das Haus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Vicente Luis G., Valencia

Liked: Cleanliness
Una ubicación perfecta...
Es un alojamiento con muy buena ubicación y facilidad absoluta de aparcamiento gratuito delante del mismo. Cuenta con un jardín desde donde se ven vistas de la Coimbra vieja preciosas. Como el clima es agradable se puede dar mucho uso al mismo para lectura, comidas, remojarse con la manguera... Tiene dos tumbonas, 2 mesas auxiliares con sus sillas, una mesa para 6, dos sombrillas y una barbacoa con todo lo necesario (quizá un sistema de riego automático -lo tiene pero estropeado-, estaría bien). Las habitaciones son normalitas y les falta algún armario (dentro. Dos de ellas -son tres-). La zona del salón-cocina está bastante bien, aunque algún sillón más no estaría mal. Internet va muy bien. Pedro, el anfitriónz, es muy majo y detallista. Nos ofreció una botella de vino al llegar y unos pastelitos buenísimos a la marcha. Faltaba unas tijeras de cocina, y en pocas horas las tuvimos, nos ofreció información de la zona... Se agradece personas así. Volveremos seguro en un par de años...
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danitza W.

Super! Propriétaires très gentils!
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié cette maison atypique et faite avec goût, nous nous sommes sentis comme à la maison! Les propriétaires sont des personnes adorables et bienveillantes. Merci à eux!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018